Simple is best :Pistachio Pound Cake

Who needs fancy ingredients when you can have amazing flavor? This Pistachio Pound Cake is proof that sometimes, simple is best. Using readily available ingredients, this recipe delivers a delightful cake perfect for any occasion. The combination of pistachios and almond flour creates a unique nutty flavor, while the classic pound cake base ensures a moist and satisfying treat .

Ingredients (for a 16cm diameter pan):

2 large eggs

90g granulated sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

50g cake flour

1g baking powder

80g almond powder

70g unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly

50g sliced almonds

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 16cm diameter cake pan.

In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until creamy and fluffy. Beat in the vanilla extract.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, and almond powder.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Gently fold in the melted butter until incorporated.

Fold in the sliced almonds.

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.

Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (per slice):

Please note that this is an approximate nutritional value and can vary depending on the specific ingredients used.

Calories: 350-400

Total Fat: 20-25g

Saturated Fat: 5-10g

Cholesterol: 80-100mg

Sodium: 70-90mg

Carbohydrates: 30-35g

Dietary Fiber: 2-3g

Sugars: 20-25g

Protein: 6-8g

Tips:

For a richer flavor, toast the sliced almonds before adding them to the batter. Spread them on a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes at 175°C (350°F), watching closely to prevent burning.

You can substitute chopped pistachios for the sliced almonds for a more pronounced pistachio flavor.

Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant touch.

Enjoy this delicious Pistachio Pound Cake!